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THE HIERARCHY: FINAL VYPE DFW Volleyball Rankings (Pre-Playoffs); McKinney North, Keller sneak into Top-5
Momentum means everything this time of year — and across the Dallas-area, plenty of programs are finding it at just the right moment. As of the end of October, the regional pecking order has begun to settle, though a few contenders still have time to make their case before brackets lock in.
Byron Nelson’s dominion is as prevalent as ever. The defending 6A-DII State Champions have stretched their win streak to 70 straight matches, standing at 34-0 while conceding only eight total sets in that span — three of those this fall. That kind of sustained precision has turned the Trophy Club trailblazers into a nationwide measuring stick.
Two familiar 6A challengers, Southlake Carroll (26-5) and Keller (28-6), are among the few to have taken a set off the Bobcats this year — no small feat — while Allen (33-5) and Plano West (25-5) have also positioned themselves well for extensive playoff runs toward the Curtis Culwell Center.
At the 5A level, McKinney North (31-3) headlines the conversation after its memorable State Final appearance last fall.
The Bulldogs look every bit capable of another charge, though programs like Aledo (35-2), Highland Park (34-8), Argyle (31-3), and Frisco Liberty (29-4) each bring enough firepower to disrupt the order – depending on how the divisions are split.
Even beyond the Top-10, the competitive depth is unmistakable. Mansfield (42-1), Flower Mound (32-7), and Duncanville (34-6) in 6A — along with Walnut Grove (30-7), Wakeland (23-7), and Lovejoy (27-12) in 5A — all linger as postseason wildcards capable of flipping any bracket.
And with every rally from here on out carrying real weight, the margins separating DFW’s powerhouses have never felt slimmer.
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***Second section denotes current record (acquired from MaxPreps as of 10/19/2025)
VYPE Dallas-Fort Worth Combined (6A-5A) Top-10 Volleyball Rankings -- End of October / Pre-Playoffs
1. Byron Nelson Bobcats (6A) -- 34-0 // 14-0 in District 4-6A
2. Southlake Carroll Dragons (6A) -- 26-5 // 11-3 in District 4-6A
3. Allen Eagles (6A) -- 33-5 // 12-2 in District 6-6A
4. McKinney North Bulldogs (5A) -- 31-3 // 12-0 in District 9-5A
5. Keller Indians (6A) -- 28-6 // 11-4 in District 4-6A
6. Plano West Wolves (6A) -- 25-5 // 13-2 in District 6-6A
7. Aledo Bearcats (5A) -- 35-2 // 10-0 in District 5-5A
8. Highland Park Scots (5A) -- 34-8 // 12-0 in District 12-5A
9. Frisco Liberty Redhawks (5A) -- 29-4 // 11-1 in District 11-5A
10. Argyle Eagles (5A) -- 31-3 // 10-0 in District 6-5A
Others to Watch:
CLASS 6A: Mansfield Tigers (3-6A), Flower Mound Jaguars (5-6A), Duncanville Panthers (11-6A), Plano East Panthers (6-6A), Hebron Hawks (5-6A), Plano Wildcats (6-6A), Lake Highlands Wildcats (7-6A), Rockwall Yellowjackets (10-6A)
CLASS 5A: Walnut Grove Wildcats (9-5A), Wakeland Wolverines (12-5A), Lovejoy Leopards (9-5A), Frisco Reedy Lions (12-5A)
PLAYOFFS PREVIEW: Highland Park and Plano East set to go head-to-head
Highland Park and Plano East are set to go head-to-head in round two of the Texas High School Volleyball Playoffs. Both teams have put in an incredible amount of work this season and aren't done giving it their all on the court. VYPE DFW takes a deeper dive into both seasons and what fans can expect heading into this playoff matchup:
Highland Park Lady Scots (32-11, 14-0)
Through non-district play, the Lady Scots posted an 18-11 record. Facing off against tough opponents, fans watched as Highland Park defeated the likes of Red Oak, Wylie East, Wylie, Colleyville Heritage, Weatherford, Bishop Lynch, and other strong opponents before gearing up for their district schedule.
Led by the likes of Harper Hall, Emma Wang, Caroline Cannon, Sadie Gruber, Mollie Braner, Tippi Lane, Alexandra Richtrew, Madeline Walker, Vivian Johnson, and more, Highland Park focused throughout their district schedule and put up an undefeated district season. The Lady Scots dropped only two sets against their district opponents as they defeated tough teams like Irving MacArthur, Richardson, Richardson Berkner, Irving, Richardson JJ Pearce, Lkae Highlands, and more.
Entering Thursday's matchup against Plano East, Highland Park is on a 19-game win streak in which they have already defeated Haltom in the playoffs.
Plano East Lady Panthers (31-12, 12-2)
Led by Lolo Lambert, Simone Heard, Ashby Daniel, Grace McDonald, Megan Nguyen, Emma Reeves, and other talented athletes, Plano East has had no trouble making their mark this season. Through non-district play, the team posted a 13-win start to their season with victories over the likes of Mesquite Horn, Frisco Emerson, Lake Highlands, Sachse, Argyle Liberty Christian, and more. Focusing on getting better each moment they were on the court, the team prepared for district play knowing they would be able to succeed if they kept up their hard work.
Through district play, the team posted a 12-2 record with statement victories over tough opponents like Plano, Hebron, Coppell, Plano West, Flower Mound Marcus, and more. Resilient with the ability to learn from every moment, there hasn't been a single moment that Plano East has slowed down on the court.
Coming off of a 3-1 victory over Allen, Plano East is geared up with a fire in their heart and ready to take down anyone that stands in their way-- including Highland Park on Thursday night.
What To Expect
The two teams have already seen each other this season during a hard-fought 3-2 Highland Park victory at the end of August. Knowing what to look for, Plano East is out for revenge and can be expected to play harder than ever to deliver a heartbreaker to the Lady Scots. Highland Park will look to play hard against Plano East and work toward the next level of playoffs. Both teams are skilled and determined. Fans can expect this match to be full of energy on the court with an outstanding atmosphere.
The match is set to begin at 6:30 on Thursday, November 2nd at the neutral site of Coppell High School.































